Online gambling in Del. now compatible with Macintosh

Those who use Macintosh computers can now take a spin with Delaware's online casino games.

The upgrades to include the Apple are part of several upgrades to the state's internet-based gambling websites, according to the Delaware Lottery Office. Regardless of what computer operating system a player chooses they can gamble online without downloading an application.

Also new: Four new blackjack games were added to "include multi-hand games," according to the state lottery office. Two new games, Cafe de Paris and City Life 2, are new video lottery games offered by Harrington Raceway, according to the lottery office.

The state has allowed online gambling since October. Earlier this year the state signed a partnership with Nevada to expand the state's reach. This would allow players in each state to play the other state's games. Delaware's initial online gaming numbers were sluggish, and experts suggested it was caused by rules that would not allow outside of Delaware users to gamble there.

The state's three casinos (both online and in-person) are Delaware Park, Dover Downs and Harrington Raceway. The state depends on revenue from the casinos for its budget, and those numbers have lagged. Dover Downs has been requesting a tax break that it says will make its Dover-based operation more competitive with surrounding states.

In a statement announcing the online gaming updates, the Delaware Secretary of Finance said success for the online games is dependent on a website experience that is user-friendly.

"The success of internet gaming for the state, the casinos, and players depends on creating a fun and easy experience for everyone," Tom Cook, the state Secretary of Finance said in a statement. "We're excited to offer an iGaming option that doesn't require a Poker download, and we're thrilled MAC users can now participate. These enhancements to the technology and to the games themselves allow Delaware to service a whole new segment of players."